Dartigalongue Bas-Armagnac XO 10 year (750ml) kalb and I have to admit

and I have to admit I wondered whether the wines that followed – even if considered virtual Trockenbeerenauslesen – could represent an ascent

City of London is a one-shot connoisseur’s London Dry Gin

citrus oil and quinine hints add drive and tension

It is a decidedly muscular Monte Bello endowed with layers of dark fruit

white soils and a touch of candied citrus peel

Dartigalongue Bas-Armagnac XO 10 year (750ml) kalb and I have to admit94 points Wine Enthusiast From the oldest House in Armagnac comes a well balanced sipper that's reminiscent of Bourbon with its deep amber color; its rich, sweet caramel note; and bold finish that tastes of maple butter sprinkled with clove and cinnamon. Kara Newman